Dear neighbor,
While we have received positive economic reports in recent weeks, Democrats understand that American families are feeling the strain of high prices. The cost of items like groceries and prescription drugs and gas are high and a number of Americans are having trouble making ends meet.
That’s why, when Democrats were in control of Congress, we passed laws to ease supply chain bottlenecks, lower the price of prescription drugs, and bring high-tech manufacturing to the United States, all in efforts to lower prices for American families. Together with President Biden, House Democrats remain committed to lowering costs, creating good-paying jobs and eliminating unfair fees for consumers. Check out my full remarks from this week’s House Democratic Caucus leadership press conference below.
DISASTER ASSISTANCE: I am pleased to share that the Small Business Administration is offering low-interest federal disaster loans to California businesses and residents affected by the severe winter storms, tornadoes, flooding, landslides and mudslides that occurred from January 31, 2024, to February 9, 2024. These loans are available to businesses of all sizes, most private nonprofit organizations, homeowners and renters whose property was damaged or destroyed by this disaster.
For more information and to apply online, please visit SBA.gov/disaster. Applicants may also call SBA’s Customer Service Center at (800) 659-2955 or email [email protected] for more information on SBA disaster assistance. For help with loan applications or any other federal agency, please call my Los Angeles office at (323) 651-1040.
CARING FOR OUR HEROES: As an Air Force veteran, I know that we have an obligation to care for all of our nation’s heroes when they return home. This commitment must be honored through concrete action to make sure that veterans receive the care and support they deserve.
Last Congress, House Democrats and President Biden passed the Honoring our PACT Act to expand benefits for veterans exposed to toxic and hazardous substances during their time in the service. This week, President Biden and the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced that they have approved one million claims submitted under the PACT Act, connecting more veterans and their families with essential medical care and resources. I look forward to continuing this work to support our veterans alongside my colleagues in Washington. If you or a loved one needs assistance with the VA, please reach out to my Los Angeles office at (323) 651-1040.
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: I was thrilled to join Spectrum News recently to celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! Watch my full interview below.
For more information on my work in Congress, please visit my website at lieu.house.gov and follow me on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Threads and YouTube. If you have any questions or concerns, please call my D.C. office at (202) 225-3976 or my Los Angeles district office at (323) 651-1040.
I look forward to updating you again soon.
Warmly,
Ted
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